TRAVEL TIPS: What Smart Travelers Always Do
1. Carry Half the Stuff, Double the Confidence
Most new travelers overpack. Smart ones keep it minimal.
Use 3 pairs of clothes, not 7
Wear your heaviest shoes while traveling
Skip “what if” items — you can buy them if needed
2. Hide a ₹500 Note in Your Bag
Unexpected ATM shutdowns or phone battery deaths happen. Keep small emergency cash in a hidden pocket.
3. Download Everything Offline
Google Maps of your area
Hotel address in screenshots
IRCTC or flight details
Google Translate (if going rural)
Because signal is not guaranteed — especially in mountains.
4. Walk First, Ask Second
- you reach a new place, walk a little before choosing food or a cab
Observe how locals move and eat
You’ll find better prices and more authentic experiences
5. Carry a Soap Sheet, Mini Sanitizer & Tissue
Small hygiene essentials go a long way — especially in public toilets, trains, or villages.
6. Use UPI Everywhere
From tea stalls to temples, UPI is safer and faster.
Avoid ATMs unless needed. Download GPay / PhonePe with offline QR scan
7. Eat Where Families Eat
Ignore the Insta café if it’s empty. Choose the place where:
Families are eating
Menu is in the local language
Food smells better than it looks
8. Ask Before Clicking People
Especially in temples, villages, or tribal areas
Respect personal space
Share the photo if you can — it creates real human connection
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9. Save the Location Before You Leave
Hostel, homestay, or even a cool café — save it on Google Maps
Label it with a note (like “best momos ever”)
It helps future trips + sharing tips with friends
10. Use Your Backpack’s Side Pocket for Trash
Carry your own small waste bag. Don’t rely on finding bins.
Candy wrappers, tissues, plastic — take them back
Nature isn’t a trash can
You’ll inspire others when you do this
Final Golden Tip: Go With an Open Heart
Don’t be too rigid with plans. Let the road surprise you.
Say yes to spontaneous plans
Say no when you feel unsafe
Talk to strangers, listen more, complain less
Good travelers leave places better, and hearts fuller.
